GRE Word List

EMISSARY

one designated as the agent of another : representative

The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.

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WordMeaning
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
heraldan official at a tournament of arms (see arm
sanguinarybloodthirsty
tactileperceptible by touch : tangible
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
reverentexpressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
healthfulbeneficial to health of body or mind